Aziz Cem

Bio

'Aziz Cem'(pronounced "gem") is a martial artist, filmmaker. Cem born in, Istanbul where he studied 7 different martial arts disciplines, since the age of six. Between 2011-2012, he was also personally trained by 1976 Summer Olympics medalists Andrzej Szajna and Mariusz Zasada. Then Cem brought his skills to the big screen as an actor and filmmaker, quickly becoming known for his indie action films. His war movie project, "The Judge of Mountains" was featured in over 40 national newspapers, some of which described his work as being fit for Hollywood production. In 2013, Cem won the Special Jury Award from the Action Sports Film Festival for his 2010 action short, "The Challenge." Cem has also worked as a stuntman in many films and TV series. People consider his most notable stunt to be jumping from Galata Bridge into the sea without any wire-supports or other safety devices and no visual effects needed either. He had 18 accidents that resulted in broken or fractured bones while doing similar stunts, a trade-off he felt was well worthwhile because realism in his portrayal of characters was his top priority. Cem also enjoys rock climbing and prefers solo rock climbing without safety gear, allowing his flexibility and strength to give him more freedom and control than harnesses can provide. Cem can fluently speak Polish and English. Cem living in the United States of America since 2011.